With 30 seconds left, the Palo Alto Vikings led the Mountain View Spartans 46-45 after scoring a touchdown. Senior Micah Perkins returned the ensuing kickoff 85 yards for a touchdown, giving Mountain View a 51-46 lead and the win.

At halftime, Mountain View High School held its homecoming ceremony.

Senior Ethan Vo rushed for three touchdowns, while Perkins caught three touchdown passes and scored the game-winning kickoff return touchdown.

Mountain View’s defense also made key plays. Junior Rhys Kellett broke up a pass, while junior Brad Smith intercepted a pass in the second half.

Mountain View improves to 4-4 with its first league win, keeping its playoff hopes alive. Palo Alto falls to 5-3 with its second league loss. Mountain View will face Burlingame (6-2) on the road next Friday night.